Dr Anitha Anchan

Dr Anitha Anchan is a qualified dentist, health conscious mom and wife with a very curious mind. When she is not in her kitchen trying to invent ingenious healthy recipes for her family, she is usually busy 'googling' and reading about the latest developments in health. She aims to simplify concepts of diseases and their causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for her audience in simple, readable language through health.india.com.

Health benefits

15 health benefits of methi or fenugreek seeds and leaves

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, May 30, 2020 at 06:40pm

Methi or fenugreek is a storehouse of many vitamins and minirals. Here's how you can reap the health benefits of this popular kitchen ingredient.
Plaque

Oral hygiene: 8 tips dentists swear by to improve their dental health

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, May 29, 2018 at 10:45am

Oral and dental health tips can help prevent diseases like cancer.
Vaping

World No Tobacco Day: Electronic cigarette or vaping - can it help you quit smoking?

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, May 28, 2018 at 04:41pm

Vaping could be as bad as smoking! Do not smoke electronic cigarettes.
Overeating

Bingeing this weekend? Here's what overeating does to your body

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, May 19, 2018 at 10:55am

Most of us indulge in unhealthy food on weekends but keep these points in mind before you go all out and devour the delicacies.
Salads

Omega-3 fatty acids: Why is it necessary in your diet?

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, May 18, 2018 at 11:25am

Omega-3 fatty acids are vital for bodily processes such as blood clotting and building cell membranes in the brain.
Women and heart disease

Women's Health: common health concerns every Indian woman should know

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, March 05, 2016 at 12:00pm

Take steps to conquer these 15 health problems.
Sensitive teeth

World Oral Health Day 2018: Natural remedies for tooth sensitivity

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, May 29, 2015 at 05:37pm

Try these natural remedies to relieve sensitivity in your teeth before you make that appointment to your dentist, this World Oral Health Day.
Dry mouth

Oral cancer: How to cope with the condition

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, March 19, 2018 at 10:14am

Oral cancer is taxing -- physically and emotionally. We tell you how you can cope with the condition and take care of yourself.
Trichophagia

Pica - the weird craving for non-food items like hair, glass, chalk, paper & more

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, December 31, 2015 at 04:09pm

Find out why some people eat hair, nails, coins, paint and other inedible things.
Junk Food

Got the munchies? Find out why you crave junk food or desserts or spicy treats and how to fix it!

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, November 23, 2017 at 03:28pm

Stress or other health issues can lead to food cravings -- from eating ice cubes to ice creams and pickles to paints! What is your poison?
Insulin

Treatments for diabetes: Oral medications, insulin and other methods that you should know

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, March 02, 2013 at 12:31pm

Did you know there are around five types of insulin injections and surgery is also an option for diabetes? Read this article to know more.
Complete blood count

World Pneumonia Day- Tests for pneumonia

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, August 11, 2016 at 05:33pm

The presence of wheezing, bubbling, or cracking sounds will prompt your doctor to order the following tests to confirm the diagnosis of pneumonia
Children's health

How to manage asthma in children

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, May 04, 2015 at 10:20am

Diwali brings a lot of air pollution with it. While asthma cannot be cured, there are things you can do to manage it well.
Radiotherapy

5 reasons why your tooth may need to be removed

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, June 05, 2013 at 10:19am

There are a few conditions that warrant tooth removal.